That petite Coturnix egg is marvelous in so many ways, such that it is the only dietetic food, but also it is beautiful and can be used in decorations and art work. Pharmaceutical companies crave this egg for components in their vaccines. What makes the Coturnix egg so special?

Avian influenza is a disease known to circulate in populations of wild waterfowl, commonly the dabbling ducks. For those unfamiliar with this group of birds, it includes the mallards, pintails and teal. Avian Influenza can cross from wild birds into captive birds readily, through contact with birds or their droppings.